Product Description

The Master Genealogist (TMG) is widely regarded as the most capable genealogy program available. 'A Primer for The Master Genealogist' can help users quickly become comfortable and adept with this powerful tool. It provides an introduction in straightforward terms, with a level of detail that helps but doesn't overwhelm a novice user, including the following topics: - TMGs basic concepts - Getting your initial data into TMG - Finding your way around TMG - Establishing personal standards for data entry - Adding or editing people, events, and sources - Creating Reports and Charts

Understanding that most users adopt TMG to make use of its superior capabilities, the book continues with an introduction to more advanced subjects, presented in a way that allows readers to explore and apply these features at their own pace: - Customizing the programs Screens - Customizing Events and Sources - Using Witnesses and Roles - Understanding Projects and Data Sets

REVIEWS:'This is a great introduction for new users! Terry explains complicated topics in terms a beginner can understand, and he explains the concepts as well as the specific steps to make fast, effective use of TMG. Even experienced users will learn from this book, particularly in the chapters about more advanced topics. Terrys TMG Tips website is a great resource for TMG users, and now Terry has expanded that with A Primer for The Master Genealogist.' - John Cardinal, author of Second Site, TMG Utility, and other companion programs for TMG

'A Primer for The Master Genealogist is a 'must have' for the new user. With its easy to read format and multiple illustrations even those seemingly complex features and tasks are easy to understand. I wish I'd had a copy of this book when I first started using The Master Genealogist'. - Mark A. Cunningham, TMG user for two months

'Without reading the entire book, I was able to perform not only routine tasks but also use features that were 'fun', such as changing colors of entries. I also became aware of functions that I would never have learned about on my own.' - Judy Madnick, new user